These delicate plum pies, made following the traditional Chilean recipe, are an authentic delight. Their simplicity combines perfectly with their versatility, as they can be served both as an appetizer and as a dessert.
They have their roots in the country's traditional cuisine, where plum is a highly valued ingredient.
This recipe has been passed down from generation to generation, forming part of the Chilean culinary identity.
Plum Pies
Ingredients
2 cups of Wheat flour
1 teaspoon of Baking powder
¼ teaspoon of Salt
100 grams of Margarine
1 cup of Water
50 grams of Butter
6 tablespoons of Sugar
Hot water
1 ½ cup of Dried, pitted, and cooked plums
3 tablespoons of Lemon juice
½ teaspoon of Lemon zest
3 tablespoons of Sugar
Preparation
Step 1 : Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt; add the margarine and rub it in with your fingertips until the mixture resembles crumbs.
Step 2 : Make a well in the center and pour in the water.
Step 3 : Mix until forming a firm dough.
Step 4 : Roll out with a rolling pin until thin, cover half with softened butter, and dust with flour.
Step 5 : Fold in half, covering the greased half with the other, and make two folds.
Step 6 : Divide the dough in two and roll out until about 3 mm thick.
Step 7 : Place on a greased baking tray and spread the filling over the surface, leaving a border around the edges.
Step 8 : Roll out the other half of the dough and cover the previous one.
Step 9 : Press the edges with a fork to seal and prick the surface of the crust.
Step 10 : Bake in a moderate oven until golden brown.
Step 11 : When removed from the oven, glaze with 6 tablespoons of powdered sugar mixed with one tablespoon of hot water.
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